Drivers License Check for Car Rental

Do car rentals places check your driving record or driver's license?

Car rental companies are legally allowed to do a drivers license check before they may allow you to rent. If they check, they MAY refuse to rent if your driving history shows any of the following:

invalid, suspended or revoked license

One or more convictions for reckless driving within a certain time frame (as determined by the individual rental company.

one DUI, DWI or DWAI conviction within a certain time frame (as determined by the individual rental company)

failure to report/leave scene of accident within a certain time frame (as determined by the individual rental company)

possession of stolen vehicle or use of a vehicle in a crime

expired license

three or more convictions for moving violations within a certain time frame (as determined by the individual rental company) Note: This restriction usually excludes seat belt violations, check with the rental company.

two or more accidents within a certain time frame (as determined by the individual rental company)